blazer

noun

blaz·​er ˈblā-zər How to pronounce blazer (audio)
1
: one that blazes
2
: a sports jacket often with notched collar and patch pockets
blazered adjective

Examples of blazer in a Sentence

He wore a blue blazer and khaki pants. a wool skirt and matching blazer
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The brand followed up with a second collection last fall, offering black denim, high-shine corset blazers and compression pants. Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 2 Apr. 2026 Style with jeans and a blazer or with shorts come warmer weather. Claire Peltier, ABC News, 2 Apr. 2026 His images show Kathrin standing in a dark blazer, flanked by security guards, next to a sign indicating that photography is forbidden. Simon Akam, Vanity Fair, 2 Apr. 2026 Take style cues from Alba and elevate these baggy barrel jeans with a sleek blazer and pointed-toe heels. Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 1 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for blazer

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of blazer was in the 15th century

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“Blazer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/blazer. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.

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blazer

noun
blaz·​er ˈblā-zər How to pronounce blazer (audio)
: a sports jacket in bright stripes or solid color

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